This item is sold in the pound. It contains approximately 25-50 sticks per container. Please be aware that this is a natural product and the thickness of the sticks can differ from season to season. All the sticks are 6-7 inches long. Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra) is really a sweet plant with strong anti-inflammatory properties. Holistic use of liquorice for gastric irritation dates back to the first century.100 percent Natural – Used in Africa as a toothbrush, to clean between the teeth after meals and to avoid smoking, these chew sticks are enjoyed everyday by Americans. Often called Licorice Core, these chew sticks are used as a toothbrush in Africa. The chewing motion helps to clean your teeth, refresh your breath, clean your teeth after meals and avoid smoking, Americans enjoy it every day. Licorice has been used to treat gastrointestinal and urinary tract disorders for many years; it is also used in many sore throat remedies.